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Tall Flier Attempting to Appeal Extra Airline Fees for Legroom

by Heather Bond

Being tall comes with a price © Sterlic

At 6’7″, Malcom Johnson, along with many other tall fliers, find it difficult to sustain airplane flights without feeling cramped and uncomfortable.

For years, Johnson has been flying from his native Canada to France at least twice a year, and settles for the fees imposed with extra legroom. Last year, he filed a complaint with the Canadian Transportation Agency to stop charging the fees. However, his complaint was rejected because height was not considered an adequate disability by the agency.

Johnson is continuing his crusade and making it public for those of equal concern. More details on his crusade can be seen here.

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About the Author

Heather Bond posts from Chicago, the windiest city in the world. She likes yoga, pub trivia, a hot towel and a fully reclined seat. She hopes her next trip will be to Djibouti, because she loves to say Djibouti so much. You can read more from Heather at http://metronaturale.wordpress.com/ and follow her on Twitter @metro_naturale.

Lily@FutureInns
January 17th, 2012

Wow, I am only 6’0″ and find flying extremely uncomfortable because of the lack of legroom… I cannot imagine being 6’7″… I hope he wins! Planes need more legroom.